COVENTRY heart attack survivor Keith Lindsay has been named as a charity’s fundraiser of the year.

The British Heart Foundation has been a cause close to Keith’s heart since his brush with death ten years ago.

So the 58 year-old decided to celebrate a decade of good health by walking the length of the country – from Land’s End to John O’Groats to raise £12,000 to help other victims.

He covered the 1,000 miles in just over 12 months.

Keith says: “I’m thrilled to achieve this award. I was determined to complete the Big Walk challenge and raise money for a charity that’s obviously so close to my heart.

“But it’s a brilliant bonus to know that my effort has been recognised. Lots of people supported me during the walk, especially my wife Jean who was support driver and the people who helped me reach such a brilliant fundraising amount. It’s been a very rewarding journey.”

To organise your own fundraising event or volunteer for the charity call Donna Stokes on 0121 353 2087 or visit www.bhf.org.uk for more details.